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25/08/2025

Some pharmacies may not open at their usual times today (bank holiday Monday). The following local pharmacies will be open at the times shown:

Boots the chemists, The Lexicon, 11am - 5pm
Tesco pharmacy, The Meadows, Sandhurst, 10am - 4pm
Tesco pharmacy, Jigs Lane, Warfield, 10am - 4pm

Note - opening times are subject to change. Check the NHS website for an open pharmacy near you before visiting (link in comment). Find an open pharmacy near you on the NHS website. Check your local pharmacy's opening times, and find your nearest late night, 24-hour or out-of-hours chemist.

15/08/2025

Weekend Walk Alert!

Join us this Saturday, 16 August at 11am for a relaxing walk from Jocks Lane to Cabbage Hill.

These guided walks are a great way to enjoy nature, meet others in the community, and support your mental and physical wellbeing.

No booking required, just turn up and walk with us!

Date: Saturday 16th August
Time: 11am
Meeting Point: Jocks Lane, outside the café
Route: Cabbage Hill Walk

Everyone is welcome. We look forward to seeing you there.

14/08/2025

Just a Reminder!

Please note that all tai chi classes between Friday, 15 August and Friday, 29 August are cancelled.

See link in first comment to find other free exercise classes in your area

12/08/2025

You know the drill by now! 🔥

An Amber Heat-Health Alert is in effect from Tuesday, 12 August 9am to Wednesday, 13 August 6pm.

Stay cool and stay safe:

- Drink plenty of water
- Keep in the shade during the hottest part of the day (11am–3pm)
- Wear light, loose clothing and a hat
- Look out for elderly neighbours, young children, and those with health conditions
- Never leave anyone (or pets!) in a parked car

🌞 Heading to the Crowthorne Summer of Fun tomorrow?
Have an amazing time, but remember to protect yourself from the sun and heat

10/08/2025

Would you like to inspire others to quit smoking, and receive a £50 One4All voucher for your time?

Bracknell Forest Public Health is creating a series of short, uplifting videos featuring real success stories from local residents who’ve quit smoking with support from https://www.smokefreelifeberkshire.com/

If you’d like to share your journey, please email public.health@bracknell-forest.gov.uk and let us know when you used the service, and how long you have quit for. We’ll be in touch to get more details from you if you’re selected.

02/08/2025

Get ready to Activate this summer! 🏃

A brand-new animated workout series has landed and it’s here to get kids across the UK moving in the most fun way possible!

Created by fitness coach Joe Wicks The Body Coach MBE and the award-winning team behind Hey Duggee, Activate is packed with bright animation, fun characters, and high-energy routines that make movement easy and exciting.

Each 5-minute Challenge features animated Joe and the Activate crew leading kids through simple, music-filled workouts, perfect for home, school, or even on the go.

With over half of UK children not getting enough daily exercise, Activate offers a quick and playful way to build fitness into everyday routines.

Watch for free on The Body Coach YouTube channel
New episodes released every week throughout summer

Let’s get kids moving

31/07/2025

Have your say on local pharmacy services in Bracknell Forest

Thank you to everyone who shared their views earlier this year about how you use pharmacies in Bracknell Forest. Your feedback helped us create the needs assessment of pharmacy services in the area from 2025 to 2028.

Now we would like to hear what you think about this draft needs assessment.

This stage is called the consultation period. It is a chance for you to read the draft and tell us if you agree with it or think anything should be changed.

Your opinion matters and will help shape future pharmacy services in Bracknell Forest.

Read here and complete the short survey by 21 September: http://bit.ly/4f6wjss

28/07/2025

🌟 What better way to celebrate International Friendship Day than with the first evening Happiness Hub Drop-In!

Join us on Wednesday, 30 July from 5.30pm to 7.30pm at Starbucks, Village Hotel Bracknell, and then every last Wednesday of the month!

Friendly faces, Great conversation and cake!

Whether you work from home, live nearby, or just fancy a chat after work come along and say hi. Everyone is welcome!

Happiness Hub

24/07/2025

Summer of Fun kicks off in Binfield! 🍦

Join us at Farley Wood Community Centre on Friday, 25 July from 11am to 3pm for a free family day out packed with fun activities, including inflatables, a petting zoo, games, and more!

Our Public Health team will be there too, come over and say hello! We've been working with Vegpower and Waitrose & Partners to bring you some great activities and prizes

No need to book, just turn up and enjoy the fun!

23/07/2025

School’s out for summer .... now what?

The Summer of Fun events are back! ☀️
Join us for free family fun across 7 locations in Bracknell this summer. Each event runs from 11am to 3pm and includes activities like a petting zoo, giant inflatables, birds of prey and more.

Bring a picnic, relax, and enjoy a fantastic day out in your local park.

Binfield - Friday, 25 July
Warfield - Wednesday, 30 July
Great Hollands - Wednesday, 6 August
Sandhurst - Friday, 8 August
Crowthorne - Tuesday, 12 August
Winkfield - Thursday, 14 August
Braybrook - Wednesday, 20 August

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Time Square, Market Street
Bracknell
RG121JD

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